A dominant figure in National Hunt racing since landing the Supreme 2 years ago. Returned from some time off the track to thrash Politologue in the Game Spirit last time out and so far, he’s been every inch the Superstar.

Outstanding horse on his day and an intriguing declaration here, but it makes a lot of sense given the likely ground, over the Ryanair option on Thursday. If he’s fully firing, Douvan can definitely give Altior plenty to think about.